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New term begins for Markham council

By Jennifer McLaughlin, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Markham Review- https://ca.news.yahoo.com/ November 21, 2022 Markham’s mayor and council members took their oaths of office at the November 15 inaugural meeting of Markham’s council for the 2022 to 2026 term. While optimism was expressed about the city’s future, many also acknowledged the challenges ahead. Relatives, friends, dignitaries, Markham management and staff,

November 22nd, 2022|

Neighbourhood’s lobbying drives Shouldice land purchase

By Irene Wong- yorkregion.com October 16, 2022 When City of Markham announced the $188-million purchase of the nine-hectare site at 7750 Bayview Ave., also known as the Shouldice Property, in September, the five members in the Pomona Valley Steering Committee (PVSC) felt a mix of surprise, relief and happiness after a prolonged battle with the ambitious developers gazing on

October 17th, 2022|

Development draws concern from Unionville residents

By Jennifer McLaughlin- https://www.pentictonherald.ca/ September 20, 2022 The purpose of a City of Markham Development Services Committee Public Meeting Sept.6 was to receive feedback from members of the public on a development proposal. The consensus was a resounding thumbs down. Owners of the property at 8111 Kennedy Road, currently occupied by the BMW dealership at Helen Avenue, have requested approval

September 21st, 2022|

Markham purchases historic Shouldice Hospital lands

By Jennifer Mc Laughlin- markhamreview.com September 18, 2022 A historic piece of property will soon be added to Markham’s collection of parks and open spaces. “I am overjoyed to announce that Markham Council has accepted a plan put forward by me and Mayor Scarpitti that will see ownership of the Shouldice Hospital lands at 7750 Bayview Avenue, in their

September 19th, 2022|

City of Markham purchases Shouldice Hospital lands

By Irene Wong- yorkregion.com September 12, 2022 The debatable massive development of Shouldice Hospital lands in Thornhill has taken a sudden turn. The City of Markham announced it has pursued and agreed to purchase 7750 Bayview Ave., also known as the Shouldice Property, in Thornhill. Markham will use the nine-hectare (22-acre) site for a variety of purposes, including: •

September 13th, 2022|
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